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Indoor Family Attractions in Durham Region

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Right: Playdium, Whitby by @mandy_sparklesshinylove | Left: Volt Raceway, Bowmanville

Durham Region is home to an abundance of indoor attractions to keep you entertained no matter the weather. If you're looking to enjoy some quality time indoors with family, spend a night out with friends, or planning ahead for when the kiddos are out of school, there are plenty of great local attractions to enjoy right here in Durham Region. Save this list for when you want to get out of the house, but not outside.


Activate

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1899 Brock Road, Pickering

Discover a new way to play at Activate in Pickering! Enter the game where you become the player in the world’s first active gaming facility. Jump, climb, problem-solve and laugh as you and your friends move between challenges. Each dynamic game room has interactive technology that reacts in real time, ensuring an adrenaline-filled adventure. Choose from hundreds of game combinations with varying difficulty levels. Walk-ins are welcome, but subject to availability. Book online in advance to secure your spot!

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Archers Battlefield

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1735 Bayly Street Unit 16, Pickering

Unleash your inner archer at Archers Battlefield in Pickering! Experience adrenaline-fueled archers battles in the exhilarating battlefield games—where precision and strategy collide for an unforgettable adventure of skill and teamwork. Bows, soft foam-tipped arrows, breathable face masks and arm guards are provided for all players. Then, challenge your friends or family to a friendly game of ping pong, or join one of the organized tournaments to showcase your skills.

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Aspire Climbing

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1400 Victoria Street East Unit 4, Whitby

Aspire Climbing is a full-service indoor rock climbing and ninja warrior facility with 8,000 square feet of rock-climbing walls for all ages and ability levels. What sets Aspire Climbing apart? They make climbing accessible to everyone with adaptive climbing. They use specialized equipment, strategies and instruction to support those of various abilities. They’re currently offering pay what you can "Try Us Out Nights", on the last Sunday of the month, as well as private lessons for adaptive climbing.

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BATL Axe Throwing

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813 Brock Road Unit 11, Pickering

BATL Axe Throwing in Pickering offers an exciting destination for axe throwing enthusiasts and those looking for a new experience. BATL Pickering is 8,700 square feet with 28 axe throwing arenas equipped to give you ample space to perfect your axe and hatchet throwing skills.

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Clarington Entertainment Complex

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330 Lake Road, Bowmanville

The Clarington Entertainment Complex is a collection of businesses that have come together to combine recreation and entertainment for kids to exercise and have fun. Joey’s World is an indoor playground that features a multi-tiered climbing structure, 23 platformed Sky Trekking, 20-foot rock wall and more!

Pinnacle Indoor Climbing has more than 4,000 square feet of climbing, 40-foot tall climbing walls and floor-to-ceiling windows for an open and bright climbing experience. Choose from a variety of climbing experiences including: bouldering, kilter board, speed wall, auto-belay climbing, lead climbing and top-rope climbing.

If the idea of climbing to new heights gives you a fright, check out Peak Explorers. This brand-new activity takes the excitement of indoor rock climbing and amps it up with an array of colorful, interactive challenges designed to inspire climbers of all abilities.

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Durham Escape Rooms

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1121 Dundas Street East Unit 9, Whitby

Don’t forget to warm up your brain too! At Durham Escape Rooms, work with your team to find clues, solve puzzles, open locks and (hopefully) escape! All games are 100 per cent original with different themes and levels of difficulty.

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Flying Squirrel Trampoline Park

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1400 Victoria Street East, Whitby

Flying Squirrel Trampoline Park is a family fun centre with activities and attractions for all ages. They even have toddler time for children six years of age and under. Flying Squirrel will get you warmed up with a variety of attractions including dodge ball, dunk hoops, aerial silks and lyra, the fly zone, free style courts and inflatable parks.

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NEB’s Fun World

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1300 Wilson Road North, Oshawa

NEB’s Fun World is an indoor family entertainment centre located in north Oshawa. It’s the world’s largest five-pin bowling centre with 52 lanes, which also offers 10-pin bowling, and 65-inch flatscreen televisions on every lane. They also have more than 120 arcade games and more than 10 indoor rides for both kids and adults, including bumper cars. The indoor climbing centre for younger children is a must visit!

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Playdium

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75 Consumers Drive, Whitby

Movies, food and skydiving—there’s lots of indoor fun to be had at the Whitby Entertainment Centrum, but Playdium has your desire to compete covered. Virtual reality, video games, ropes course, bowling and more, makes Playdium the perfect place to spend an afternoon. It’s located off Highway 401 for easy access and is surrounded by a selection of restaurants, Landmark Cinema, Putting Edge, iFly Indoor Skydiving and more.

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Reptilia Zoo

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1400 Victoria Street East, Whitby

Missing those warm summer afternoons? Next on our list is Reptilia Zoo—The Ultimate Reptile Zoo Experience. Reptilia is home to more than 250 species of reptiles, amphibians and arachnids from around the world. They focus on providing excellent guest experiences for everyone. Learn about Reptilia’s reptile family and see how they are cared for, and interact during daily shows, tours and scheduled feedings.

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Sky Zone Trampoline Park

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240 S Blair Street, Whitby

Sky Zone Trampoline Park is the place to visit to jump, spin, flip and play. Practise catching big air with a soft landing in the foam zone or conquer the warped wall of different heights. Take your parkour skills to the next level or push your athletic abilities on the ninja warrior course.

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Volt Raceway

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2383 Durham Regional Highway 2, Bowmanville

Volt Raceway is where speed meets thrill! This indoor entertainment complex in Bowmanville offers high-speed go-kart racing, axe throwing, billiards, arcade games, and the unique Volt Blaster experience. The space features two tracks for different age groups, so everyone from kids to adults can enjoy the excitement. The Fun Track is designed for younger racers, while the Thrill Track provides a more intense challenge for older teens and adults. With all sorts of fun all under one roof, Volt is the perfect place for parties, corporate events, or just a fun day out, and guarantees non-stop excitement and thrills!

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If you head out with family or friends to visit one of Durham's many attractions, we’d love to hear about your adventure! Tag @DurhamTourism on social media and make sure to follow us to stay up to date on all the fun things happening in our area!
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